Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
Greetings! I’m a Florida native and a life long lover of good engaging fiction books. From time to time I like to kick back with something light and fun, and that’s where my love of witty jokes inspired me to write this series titled Jokes Against Humanity. Check your inhibitions and sensibilities at the door and enter a world,of dark but hilarious humor. I also just got a Twitter account so I can interact with readers and understand your likes / dislikes better so I can create an even more rewarding experience with each and every New volume.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
Jokes Against Humanity Volume 2 was just published. The tremendous positive feedback I received from volume 1 inspired me to go for volume 2. Also by the time I was finished with volume 1 I immediately regretted having left out some classics from my college days. I also had enough material that I first thought would be too dark for wide enjoyment but your feedback suggested otherwise. Now that Pandora’s box is wide open, I’m happy to say that Volume 3 is nearly 60% of the way and should be out by end of Spring 2016.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
Yes. I find my writing flows best when I’m sipping single malt whiskey.
What authors, or books have influenced you?
I grew up reading sci-fi and short stories. Folks like Robert Silverburg, Isaac Asimov, Alfred Bester and Larry Niven all played a huge part in my love of books. I plan to release my first Sci-fi novel in 2017. 7 years in the making!
What are you working on now?
Jokes Against Humanity Volume 3
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
Haven’t tried many other than Reddit and now awesome gang
Do you have any advice for new authors?
I’m a new author myself so my advice would simply be to write about what you love and pray each day you don’t have to rely on your writing to put food on the table.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
Maya Angelou once said people will forget what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel (I’m paraphrasing). So always make sure your writing conveys emotion or else they’ll eventually forget everything about you and your book.
What are you reading now?
The Steel Remains by Joe Abercrombie
What’s next for you as a writer?
I’m going to hell for my raunchy joke books.
If you were going to be stranded on a desert island and allowed to take 3 or 4 books with you what books would you bring?
Anything by Bill Bryson